At the Range: Desert Eagle .50AE vs .44MAG

Published on August 24, 2012
Duration: 2:15

This video compares the recoil of the Desert Eagle in .44 Magnum and .50 AE calibers. The .44 Mag features a new muzzle brake, while the .50 AE uses a 300-grain Speer Gold Dot. Simultaneous firing highlights the visual difference in muzzle flip and recoil impulse between the two powerful handguns.

Quick Summary

The video compares the recoil of a .44 Magnum Desert Eagle with a muzzle brake against a .50 AE version. Both pistols were fired simultaneously to visually demonstrate recoil impulse and muzzle flip, using 230gr JHP for the .44 Mag and 300gr Speer Gold Dot for the .50 AE.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction: Desert Eagle Caliber Comparison
  2. 00:51Simultaneous Firing: .44 Mag vs .50 AE Recoil
  3. 01:25Ammunition Details: .44 Mag and .50 AE Loads

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the main purpose of the Guns & Ammo video comparing the Desert Eagle .50 AE and .44 Magnum?

The primary goal was to provide a visual comparison of the recoil impulse and muzzle flip between the Desert Eagle chambered in .50 Action Express (AE) and .44 Magnum when fired simultaneously.

What specific ammunition was used in the Desert Eagle .44 Magnum for the comparison?

The .44 Magnum Desert Eagle was loaded with a 230-grain Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) cartridge manufactured by American Eagle ammunition.

What type of ammunition was used in the Desert Eagle .50 AE during the test?

The .50 AE Desert Eagle was fired using a 300-grain Speer Gold Dot bullet, which was specifically loaded for Magnum Research.

Did the .44 Magnum Desert Eagle have any special modifications mentioned?

Yes, the .44 Magnum version of the Desert Eagle featured in the video was equipped with Magnum Research's new muzzle brake/compensator system.

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